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Cobra safety and security products for motability customers

Vehicle safety and security system provider Cobra has launched a range of value added products which allow manufacturers to enhance their offering to Motability customers.

TomTom to provide navigation technology for Sony Xplod

TomTom to provide navigation technology for Sony Xplod

TomTom and Sony have revealed a collaboration that will bring TomTom's expertise in the field of navigation and services technology to Sony's new Xplod AV Navigation Systems. This device comes fully connected providing unprecedented live knowledge of the road ahead.

Ease your way back in to the school run

As summer draws to a close and parents frantically purchase new school uniforms, shoes and stationery for the start of the autumn term, the return of the school run lurks at the back of many minds.

The most testing month for UK drivers

This September will see more cars needing a new MoT than any other month in history, according to Kwik-Fit analysis released today, with an expected 2.5 million cars undergoing their annual inspection.

Nokian eNTYRE - The premium all season tyre

It is increasingly important for motorists to choose a replacement tyre that is capable of dealing with the wide range of weather conditions in the UK.

Innovative connectivity navigation radio platform for Audi cars

Innovative connectivity navigation radio platform for Audi cars

Delphi Automotive’s Connectivity Navigation Radio (CNR) platform is allowing Audi to differentiate its vehicles with a new and innovative infotainment product.

Be prepared for the trip ahead

Be prepared for the trip ahead

The long awaited August bank holiday is just around the corner and many of us will be heading off on day trips, camping trips and much more besides.

In-car accessories buyers want most

The latest survey from Exchangeandmart.co.uk reveals that air conditioning is the most valued built-in vehicle feature, with 81% saying it’s essential. With so many added extras and built in features available for vehicles today, it’s important for buyers and sellers to know which ones add the most value.

Prevent Bank Holiday blowouts with pre-travel tyre checks

Prevent Bank Holiday blowouts with pre-travel tyre checks

Drivers preparing to get away and make the most of the final Bank Holiday weekend of the year are being reminded to check their tyre pressures before setting out.

Volvo awarded Best Car Safety device by Businesscar

Volvo awarded Best Car Safety device by Businesscar

Volvo’s pioneering Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake technology has been named winner of the Car Safety category at the annual BusinessCar Techies awards.

Clarion and Nokia team up on connected car technology

Clarion and Nokia team up on connected car technology

Clarion and Nokia have announced that they are collaborating on Terminal Mode, a technology that will enable a totally new way of mobile devices and car infotainment systems to seamlessly work together. Both companies say this collaboration will further boost the development of next-generation smart car infotainment systems.

Wheel alignment specialist joins tyre safety campaign group

Wheel alignment specialist joins tyre safety campaign group

Wheel alignment equipment supplier Pro-Align, has become the latest company to join the tyre industry’s safety awareness group TyreSafe.

Avon Tyres goes sailing around Britain

Avon Tyres goes sailing around Britain

Avon Tyres is backing an entry in what is considered to be one of the toughest and most challenging endurance tests in ocean racing, the Sevenstar Round Britain & Ireland Race.

Continental shines in Autocar tyre test

Continental shines in Autocar tyre test

Continental tyres have taken top spot in the Autocar rear wheel drive tyre test 2010 with the ContiSportContact 3. The ultra high performance tyre proved its rear wheel drive capabilities in the test conducted on a Mercedes C280.

Failed cambelt can be costly

Failed cambelt can be costly

Skoda is warning all car owners of the importance of getting their cambelt changed at regular intervals, with many people unaware of how much damage a failure can cause and cost.